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Time of India
29-04-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Pahalgam attack victims' families from Pune thank Maha govt for Rs 50lakh aid, seek end to terrorism
1 2 3 Pune: Hours after state govt announced Rs50 lakh each in aid to the families of the six tourists from Maharashtra who were killed by terrorists in Pahalgam, Kaustubh Gunbote's son Kunal on Tuesday expressed their gratitude and said terrorism should be uprooted from the country. "Our family is thankful to govt for the gesture. However, we urge it to uproot terrorism from the country. Eliminating four terrorists will not be enough; govt should find the mastermind of the attack and serve him a lethal punishment," he said. You Can Also Check: Pune AQI | Weather in Pune | Bank Holidays in Pune | Public Holidays in Pune Gunbote along with Santosh Jagdale were the two persons from Pune who died in the April 22 massacre. Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Experience three trade fairs with just one ticket Undo automatica 2025 Undo Laser World of Photonics Undo World of Quantum Undo Visit automatica: June 24-27, Munich Undo Govt has also announced a job for Jagdale's daughter Asawari, who was with him along with her mother when terrorists shot at him. Asawari said, "My father always wanted me to be in a high position in my career, and I am thankful to govt for announcing a job for me." Her mother Pragati said, "Steps should be taken to end terrorism in India . I request govt to provide my daughter with a job that will have a public connection so that she can help society." Chief minister Devendra Fadnavis said that along with the financial assistance, state will also help these six families with jobs and in education for dependents. "While the fight against terrorism continues, we have taken these decisions to show that govt is standing by the families," Fadnavis said. 'Don't politicise attack' Pragati, wife of Santosh Jagdale, appealed to politicians not to politicise the terror incident. Her statement comes against the backdrop of Congress member Vijay Wadettiwar's statement raising doubts about whether terrorists asked the religion of victims before killing them. "We were there when the attack occurred. My husband and others were shot in front of my eyes. We know what the terrorists asked. We appeal to everyone not to politicise the issue," she said. She said that she is still not able to sleep quietly. "The faces of those terrorists are still in front of my eyes. Even in my house in Pune, I get scared if I hear a loud sound outside. Our family has not yet got over the horror."
Time of India
24-04-2025
- Time of India
Asawari performs last rites of her father
Pune: With blood stains still visible on her clothes, 26-year-old HR professional Asawari performed her father Santosh Jagdale 's last rites on Thursday in a display of remarkable strength amid immense grief, following his death in the Tuesday's Pahalgam terror attack . "We were clicking pictures at Mini Switzerland (Baisaran) when we heard gunshots, followed by screams. We immediately hid behind tents with our family friends, the Gunbotes (Kaustubh Gunbote also died in the attack). Then, I saw my father and uncle being shot. Right in front of my eyes," recalled Asawari. You Can Also Check: Pune AQI | Weather in Pune | Bank Holidays in Pune | Public Holidays in Pune Despite the unimaginable tragedy, she she stood firm behind her shattered family, consoling her mother, managing formalities and coordinating with authorities in Maharashtra. "It's difficult to believe I cremated my father. I'm only 26, but I had to be strong for my mother and the family. I can't break down," she said. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Trade Bitcoin & Ethereum – No Wallet Needed! IC Markets Start Now Undo Asawari's composure has drawn widespread admiration. "Those who did this (terrorists) are not human, they are monsters. No one deserves to die like that. We want justice," she said, adding, "It took us over 24 hours to bring him home. I'll never forget the kindness of strangers." "I'll carry this pain forever, but I'll also carry my father's strength," Asawari added.
